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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1945
Page
4
The piece cites Uncle Sam and Okinawa references, urges saving for war bonds, recalls postwar occupation in Germany, and notes Alabama farming boosts. Governor Chauncey Sparks trips to Mackinac Island for a July conference are mentioned along with remarks on Russian fronts and war coverage.
The piece contrasts veterans back home with ongoing war, criticizes absentee voting fraud responses, and argues the legislature will implement only partial cures. It blames big business and public relations for misalignment with ordinary citizens while questioning democratic resolve.
The Daily discusses government censorship of Japanese balloons found in the United States and reflects cautiously on their potential danger while contrasting balloon threats with American air power. The piece hints at limited disclosure about balloon damage and defers to military sensitivity.
Decatur residents are urged to attend a June 19 courthouse session where the Decatur school board and city council will outline the 25 year needs for the school system. Citizens are invited to speak on financing and progress requirements for the city’s future.
The article recounts Churchill’s explanations of Britain’s secret talks with Vichy France after the fall of France. It notes Britain sought to prevent the French fleet and North Africa from Nazi control, offering supplies in exchange for assurances, but Vichy could not commit. Churchill’s critics may fault the attempt, yet he acted in Britain’s interest under dire constraints.
Westbrook Pegler argues over Franklin D. Roosevelt approving a 200000 loan to Elliott Roosevelt from John Hartford. He contrasts ethical standards, Harding era corruption, and the presidency's influence, warning against ghoulish attacks while noting ongoing investigations and potential motives within the Roosevelt administration.
A fragment explains glass as a substance formed by melting silica with alkali like soda or potash and lime, fused at high temperatures to achieve desired properties, noting additional ingredients and the resulting material characteristics.
In Washington on June 13, Truman quietly assigns European food distribution to the Army, sidelining UNRRA and other agencies amid political distrust. The Army’s shipping and supply networks, plus its control of available food, are cited as the practical path, despite opposition from New Dealers who lament domestic shortages and question the administration’s method.
Editor Bill Mauldin explains the demobilization point system. five points per battle star. He calls the system fair but notes battle stars have become a joke, as many places within 100 miles of a battle qualify for them.
Washington June 13 report shows Alabama lawmakers voting on the poll tax repeal bill. For Pa trick. Against Boykin Manasco Rains Sparkman. Pair ed against bill Andrews Grant Jarman Hobbs. Not listed as voting were others.
Bayview resident 14 year old Williams drowned yesterday while swimming with other youths in Bayview lake. Coroner T. J. McCollum reported the accident occurred near Bessemer Alabama.
A Daily Mirror excerpt reports three federal officials from the United States including two from the State Department being arrested for allegedly leaking information to left wing presses. The piece critiques State Department secrecy and questions ideological bias while noting broader political reactions in Washington and Los Angeles.
The Red Star says American media is unfriendly to Russia and notes Russia’s own press lacks freedom. It argues Moscow should practice self criticism and jokes about glass houses as post war plans unfold. In Salzburg Emil Jannings denies Nazism while Lubitsch defends him and US immigration awaits.
Commentary declares the tariff powers of President Truman stripped by a behind the scenes amendment. The piece likens the action to a ship with a steering wheel but no motor, arguing the Ship of State is approved yet its captain is cuffed, threatening the San Francisco Conference.
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